The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and relevant links.

Catastrophic Damage During the Colorado Front Range Flood of September 11-13, 2013

Significant erosion in mountain environments occurs as a result of catastrophic events, flash floods for example. Extremely heavy rains associated with the Colorado Front RangeFlood of September 11-13, 2013 severely scoured hill slopes and stream beds. Nearly 15 in (38 cm) of rain was recorded at nearby Boulder, Colorado from September 9-13. Flood waters deposited rock and soil as well as other debris in areas with gentler gradients including towns such as Jamestown, Colorado (above). This historic mining town lost 20 percent of its homes and most of its roads. The view here is looking west from the formerly grassy park in the center of town. Photo taken on September 29, 2013.